CBSP2 Updates: Empowering Community Members Through Life Skills and Work Readiness Training in Managikiki Village, Tina Hydro Catchment Area—August 16, 2025.

On August 12th to 16th, 2025, youths and community members from Managikiki and surrounding areas took part in a transformative Life Skills and Work Readiness training under the Community Benefit Sharing Project – Phase 2 of the Tina River Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP). This initiative was designed to equip participants aged 18 and above with essential life skills and foundational knowledge to prepare them for employment opportunities. It also offered practical guidance to help participants pursue job opportunities—whether through the Tina Hydro Development, Hyundai Engineering Company (HEC), SINO, or other businesses operating in the region.

The training delivered face-to-face over five days, the training used interactive and inclusive methods tailored to the village context. Participants engaged with the Work Skills and Readiness Manual, which features seven core modules focused on personal development, employment readiness, and community awareness: (Understanding Ourselves and Others, Caring for Your Health, Understanding Gender, Protecting Our Environment, Seeking Work Opportunities, Building Workplace Soft Skills and Workplace Rules and Procedures)

This training marks a significant step toward preparing local youth and community members for participation in the workforce and fostering a more resilient and empowered community.

Photo 1 – Collaborative Workshop Under Canopy
"Community voices in action—participants gather to discuss local priorities and share insights during planning sessions. Handwritten sheets become tools of empowerment as ideas take shape in real time."

Photo 2 – Youth & Adults in Dialogue
"‘How do you feel about your village?’—a powerful question sparks intergenerational dialogue. Children and adults co-create learning materials, bridging experience and aspiration in a vibrant outdoor classroom."

Photo 3 – United for Progress
"A moment of unity—community members stand together after sharing goals and collective resilience."

For more information, contact:
Communications Officer: Jeanine Gadepeta email: jeanine.gadepeta@tina-hydro.com  
Tina Hydropower development project  
+677 25133 
About Tina River Hydro Development Project (TRHDP)

The first large scale renewable energy project for the Solomon Islands delivering benefits such as more affordable electricity and improved accessibility to cleaner, more reliable energy sources for communities now and in the future. It is being implemented by the Solomon Island Government with financing and support from the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, the Asian Development Bank, the Government of Australia, the Green Climate Fund, Korea EX-IM Economic Development Cooperation Fund, and the World Bank.

Find out more on www.tina-hydro.com

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